​They say real men love cats and we agree. At the recent Dog & Cat Expo 2016, we spotted several men carrying their little sweethearts around. They even let their cats literally walk all over them.

The cats were obviously very much attached to their dads. They held on to their respective dad's protective clutch and would sometimes walk up freely on their dad's shoulders which offered height and safety, away from all the strangers and dogs around.

By the looks of it, cat gentlemen are as crazy about cats as the cat ladies. Good thing there's always plenty of cats to go around. -- MetroPets

THERE'S just one thing pets want for Christmas more than anything else, and that is to (always) have a proper, loving home. All pets deserve one and if animal lovers can have their way, it's exactly their wish for pets this season, especially for strays.

“I have a simple wish: for all pets to be healthy and have the basic necessities (food and shelter). And for those who are less fortunate, to at least be safe during the festivities,” said Charlene Dy from HappiDoggy Philippines which distributes quality dental chews for dogs.

Her wish is echoed by other animal lovers who want to see an end to pet abandonment and cruelty.

MetroPets asked personalities in the pet industry what Christmas wish they have on behalf of animals and here's what they said:

Meanwhile, MetroPets also reached out to a hero dog and its very own "model" cat to know what they want for Christmas. With the help of their "spokespersons" , here's what they said: